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5-day forecast / The Colony, TX

SaturdaySunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms99° / 79° 10%
SundayMostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms97° / 79° 28%
MondayMostly Sunny97° / 78° 11%
TuesdayMostly Sunny97° / 79° 11%
WednesdaySunny97° / 80° 4%

Extreme Heat Persists in The Colony as Temperatures Climb Toward 99F

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The Colony residents face another day of intense heat with current feels-like temperatures at 97F. Conditions will remain hot and sunny tomorrow with highs near 99F and heat index values reaching 104F.

Isabel Teague

July 4, 20262 min read

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Current Conditions and Heat Index

The Colony is currently experiencing very hot conditions, with the air temperature sitting at 97F. The heat index, or "feels like" temperature, is also 97F, indicating that the humidity is currently keeping the perceived heat in check relative to the actual air temperature. Relative humidity is at 31%, with a dew point of 61F. Winds are light at 9 mph, with no significant gusts reported. The sky is currently clear.

Today and Tonight Forecast

Today, the high temperature is near NoneF, though the heat will be the primary concern. There is a 9% chance of precipitation, and skies will be partly cloudy. As evening approaches, conditions will remain partly cloudy with a low around 80F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 102F during the night. Winds will shift to the south southeast at around 10 mph. Residents should remain aware that the heat will persist well into the night, potentially affecting sleep quality and outdoor activities.

Tomorrow Outlook and Safety

Tomorrow, the sun will be out with a high near 99F. The heat index is forecast to climb to 104F, creating dangerous heat stress levels for those spending time outdoors. Winds will be from the south southwest at 5 to 10 mph. There is an 11% chance of precipitation. Overnight, skies will become partly cloudy, with lows around 82F and temperatures rising to around 84F. The heat index will remain high at 103F, with south southeast winds of 5 to 10 mph.

There are no active National Weather Service or NOAA weather alerts for this area. However, the extreme heat values warrant caution. It is crucial to stay hydrated and limit midday exertion. Check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without air conditioning, to ensure their safety during these prolonged high-heat periods.

National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)
National Weather Service radar for North Texas (KFWS)

Sources

https://radar.weather.gov

https://api.weather.gov

https://open-meteo.com

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Isabel Teague

Isabel Teague covers weather, storms, and seasonal life around The Colony.

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